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Freelancer NewsFreelancers, not even you independents are alone as a job scam victim
Dodgy agents; ghost jobs and pay packs that don't pay. A new portal wants the self-employed to report such abuse.5 min
Guide to FreelancingMaking money online: when a hobby becomes taxable income
You need to know when a hobby becomes taxable income and the consequences of that. You will need to pay taxes and ensure that your business is registered with the HMRC.4 min
Guide to FreelancingChoosing the best accounting software for freelancers
What to consider before putting accounting software to work in your self-employed business.4 min
IR35How the new IR35 off-payroll rules affect freelancers
An overview for the self-employed of April's revised rules to stop 'disguised employment.'5 min
Guide to FreelancingHow do I get freelancer clients?
Top 10 ways to get customers as a self-employed freelancer.8 min
Freelancer NewsSEISS grant five and the key changes freelancers should beware
The Self-Employment Income Support Scheme unfortunately has two stings in its tail.3 min
Guide to FreelancingShould I set up a limited company?
The pros, cons and considerations to operating through your own limited company as a freelancer.5 min
IR35Am I a disguised employee if over 25% of my earnings are from one client?
The tests a part-time sole trader needs to take to check if he really is a freelancer.4 min
Guide to FreelancingWhat are the differences between contracting and freelancing?
Discover the intricacies of the two main ways to be self-employed, before deciding which one is right for you.5 min
Freelancer FinancesManaging your accounts as a freelancer
No prescribed format for self-employed accounting doesn't mean there aren't dos and don'ts.3 min
Guide to FreelancingHow to set up as a freelancer?
Becoming successfully self-employed is a lot easier if you're on top of your business structure.3 min
Guide to FreelancingHow do I start freelancing?
The key steps to take to get a self-employed venture off the ground, up and running.5 min
Freelancer FinancesWhat is Capital Gains Tax and when do I need to pay it?
An overview for freelancers on when CGT is due; how to pay it, and how to get relief.3 min
Guide to FreelancingHow to pay yourself as a freelancer with a limited company
The numbers you should crunch to reveal your take-home pay when running your own company as a freelancer.5 min
Freelancer NewsPandemic accelerates moonlighting, as one in five become 'side-hustlers'
Freelancing gets its own shot in its arm, from permies both fed up from furlough and creative since covid.3 min
Guide to FreelancingThe first 5 steps to Self-Employment guide
Becoming a freelancer comes with many decisions and matters to manage, like your own tax affairs. Here is our guide to self-employment and the factors to take into consideration.4 min
Freelancer NewsFreelancing in the UK in 2021: a market overview
The self-employed are on a knife edge. Fragile from covid, ready to lead the recovery, but impeded by government.4 min